Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Pleasant Valley, NY

A Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) plays an important role in the mental health industry by providing specialized care to patients with mental health disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression among others. They are responsible for assessing and diagnosing the mental condition of a patient, administering medication and treatments, and developing and implementing patient care plans. Their role also involves providing psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and teaching patients' families about their loved ones' condition and how to create a supportive home environment.

Before becoming a Psychiatric RN, individuals often have experience in roles such as a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Certified Nursing Assistant. To become a Psychiatric RN, one must complete a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) or an Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) and pass the NCLEX-RN exam to obtain a Registered Nurse (RN) license. Additional specialized training or certification in psychiatric-mental health nursing is highly recommended. Important skills required for this role include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, empathy, resilience, the ability to work under pressure, and a thorough understanding of mental health laws and ethics.

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Psychiatric Unit - Registered Nurse

  • Sharon, CT (20 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • moments ago
  • Sharon, CT (20 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • moments ago

Trusted is seeking an experienced nurse for this exciting travel nursing assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel nursing experience by enabling nurses to apply directly to jobs without the...

Registered Nurse Psychiatric

  • Sharon, CT (20 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Sharon, CT (20 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 5 hours ago

Ratio 1:6, Requires geriatric exp, wound care, RNs will work in tandem w/ psych techs to provide ADLs to geriatric population w/ dimentia

RN Psych/Behavioral Health

  • Sharon, CT (20 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sharon, CT (20 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 1 day ago

GetMed Staffing is searching for a strong Psych/Behavioral Health RN to assist our traveler-friendly client. A minimum of 1-2 years of experience is required....

Behavioral Health RN (Psych Experience), Hudson Valley, NY

  • Fishkill, NY (15 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fishkill, NY (15 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 2 days ago

The ideal candidate will have experience with individuals with behavioral health conditions and developmental disabilities....

RN - Psych & Mental Health

  • Kingston, NY (19 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kingston, NY (19 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications and Job Info: 1-2 years of recent Behavioral Health experience BLS/ACLS certification Active state nursing license Demonstrate the highest level of professionalism when interacting with...

Intake Behavioral Health RN (Psych Experience), Hudson Valley, NY

  • Fishkill, NY (15 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Fishkill, NY (15 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 9 days ago

The ideal candidate will have experience with individuals with behavioral health conditions and developmental disabilities....

REGISTERED NURSE- Mental Health

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (6 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (6 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 9 days ago

The Registered Nurse demonstrates competence by integrating theoretical knowledge with clinical experience in the care of assigned patients and families by independently assessing, planning, and...

Behavioral Health RN

  • Sharon, CT (20 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Sharon, CT (20 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 13 days ago

Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Behavioral Health RN for a 13 week travel assignment in Sharon, CT....

Registered Nurse (RN) - Psych Unit, Sharon Hospital, Full Time Night

  • Sharon, CT (20 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 17 days ago
  • Sharon, CT (20 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 17 days ago

Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations - Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Psych Unit, Sharon Hospital, Full Time Day

  • Sharon, CT (20 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 17 days ago
  • Sharon, CT (20 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 17 days ago

Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations - Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Psych (Per Diem)

  • Kent, CT (17 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 23 days ago
  • Kent, CT (17 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 23 days ago

Location Detail: Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (10115) Work where every momen t matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • Ulster Park, NY (13 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 28 days ago
  • Ulster Park, NY (13 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 28 days ago

They are seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join their team and provide crisis intervention, acute psychiatric care, and recovery support for individuals facing...

RN- Psych Emergency Room

  • Kingston, NY (19 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 29 days ago
  • Kingston, NY (19 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 29 days ago

Job Details: The Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable for providing a restorative healing experience for the patient and the patient's support systems in transformational partnership with the...

RN-Mental Health

  • Kingston, NY (19 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 29 days ago
  • Kingston, NY (19 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 29 days ago

Job Details: The Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable for providing a restorative, healing experience for the patient and the patient's support systems in transformational partnership with the...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (6 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (6 miles from Pleasant Valley, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview CHE Behavioral Health Services is seeking a full-time or part-time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the Dutchess County, New York area....

Demographic Data for Pleasant Valley, NY

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Pleasant Valley, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Pleasant Valley, NY offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.8%
Bachelor's Degree
32.6%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Doctorate Degree
9.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
High School or GED
3.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Psychiatric Rns in Pleasant Valley, NY
1-2 years
34.5%
None
19.4%
Less than 1 year
18.4%
4-6 years
13.4%
6-8 years
12.9%
2-4 years
1.4%